The Best Restaurants & Places to Eat on Anglesey
Anglesey is an island that has long been shaped by its produce. From world-famous sea salt to mussels and oysters farmed in the Menai Strait, it should go without saying that it is a foodie haven. During any visit to the island, it’s essential to experience some of the best places to eat in Anglesey. With that in mind, we’ve considered both breakfast and lunch, along with a varied mix of Anglesey restaurants worthy of a dinner reservation. There are also some honourary mentions where you can shop for delicious, fresh produce to take back to your holiday cottage and cook up a storm.
Where to get breakfast on Anglesey
Whether you see breakfast as the most important meal of the day or prefer to opt for something light until lunchtime, there’s a selection of spots across the island to suit your style.
Cafe Notos, which is conveniently nestled in the centre of Rhosneigr is a bakery and deli. Serving staple menu items ranging from the classic cooked breakfast to Oreo french toast, Cafe Notos is a great option for fuelling up before a day of watersports on one of Rhosneigr’s surf beaches. Find out opening times and keep up to date with them via their Instagram. On the east coast of the island in Beaumaris, Pier House serves breakfast until twelve and is one of our favourite dog-friendly places to eat on Anglesey.
Authentic, charming and just steps away from the beach in Moelfre, Ann’s Pantry is another great breakfast option – it’s only seconds away from Glan y Don, one of our charming beachfront cottages. Serving breakfasts every weekend, Ann’s Pantry also hosts seasonal supper clubs and excellent afternoon teas. Finally, Bradleys Cafe in Benllech is perfect for quick bites and delicious takeaway options.
Best lunch spots on Anglesey
Lunch is a leisurely affair on Anglesey. Think fresh seafood and delicious light bites overlooking windswept dunes. Experience the stunning seclusion of Prince William’s favourite haunt The White Eagle in Rhoscolyn or pop into The Shed at Benllech for hearty casual fare that will warm you after a blustery beach walk.
For places to eat on Anglesey with a view, it doesn’t get much better than Tavern on the Bay, where diners can enjoy panoramic views of Red Wharf Bay. If you have more of a sweet-tooth and want to indulge after a glorious walk atop golden sands, head to Wavecrest Cafe. Situated above the beach at Church Bay, you can enjoy their island-famous oversized scones loaded with succulent strawberries, jam and fresh cream. For more stunning views in stylish surroundings, the Harbourfront Bistro near Holyhead occupies a stunning seafront position. Overlooking Newry Beach, the bistro has a considerable, internationally-inspired menu that you can choose from while you take full advantage of the covered and heated deck area; which has a retractable roof for catching those summertime rays.
Perfect for grabbing lunch during your beach day, Lligwy Cafe is a seasonal beach cafe with a bar and seating area. Open from April onwards, you can enjoy pizzas, pastries and more,
Top Anglesey restaurants for dinner
Despite its relatively small size, Anglesey is teeming with renowned dinner restaurants. For a truly authentic island experience where the catch of the day reigns supreme, The Lobster Pot is the place to go and retains its unpretentious, welcoming atmosphere. Owned by the same family for three generations and currently run by tenant chefs, what was once a holiday cottage has transformed into a beloved seafood restaurant.
A relatively new enterprise in Treaddur Bay is The Stores. Family-run by the same name that co-founded London’s Nest, the focus here is bringing together fresh local produce to create uncomplicated yet inspired mouth-watering fare. Keep an eye on their social media for news of any supper clubs and special events.
Dylans is an undisputed North Wales classic, with locations in Menai Bridge, Criccieth, Llandudno and Conwy. Our local site in Menai Bridge is the original restaurant, with maritime charm aplenty and spellbinding views over the strait. Eating here is an experience thanks to not just the food and drink, but also the decor (which features historical photos of the local area) and the iconic architecture of each building.
Want hearty pub grub in welcoming surroundings? The Bull in Beaumaris boasts an extensive menu with highlights including the local dish, Anglesey Eggs. Also known as Ŵyau Ynys Môn, this vegetarian dish consists of fried potato cake topped with creamed leeks, soft-poached egg and a smoked cheddar cheese sauce. Amassing a range of accolades since opening in 2017, Catch 22 is a brasserie in Valley. Featured in The Good Food Guide among many others, Catch 22 prides itself on exceptional flavours combined with warm Welsh hospitality. Often running themed nights and fixed-price menus, they’re also known for their fantastic cocktails.
Honourary mentions: other foodie spots to try on Anlgesey
Planning a night in? Don’t want to leave the cosy confines iof your holiday cottage? We don’t blame you. Assemble your finest cheeseboard with a visit to & Caws in Menai Bridge. Stocking a wide range of artisan farmhouse cheeses, you can also shop for biscuits, chutneys and natural, low-intervention wines. They also stock fresh sourdough from Trefiw Bakehouse, which you can pick up in-store or reserve by getting in touch with them. Also in Menai Bridge, Dylans General Store features a range of glorious goods. Elsewhere on the island, Halen Môn sea salt products are widely available in shops, but you can head to their HQ in Brynsiencyn for the full range.